About The Position: We are seeking an experienced Purchase Loan Officer to join our branch team at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. Ideally, this individual is humble, hungry, smart and is somebody who loves to originate loans. This teammate will be expected to take loan applications, structure loans, research guidelines, lock rates, develop and maintain realtor relationships, etc. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, can thrive under pressure, work quickly, and who is goal-oriented. It is important that this person is comfortable with daily phone calls, inside sales, in-person meetings and events. Our ideal candidate is willing to learn as the industry and loan products mandate and will be a proactive, hardworking and enthusiastic member of our team. Employees have the option to work from home, but, if possible, will spend a couple of days a week at the office. Voted #1 Mortgage Company to Work For, based on loan officer votes (Mortgage Executive Magazine, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, & 2021. Mortgage Executive Magazine ranked Fairway #5 out of the top 100 mortgage companies in 2021 Ranked #5 Retail Mortgage Company in America 2020 Based on Volume by Scotsman Guide Magazine Ranked #1 Purchase Lender in Maricopa County for 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 in units Ranked #1 in USDA purchase units and volume for 2019 & 2020 Ranked #1 for FHA in purchase volume for 2019 and 2020 Decentralized underwriting and processing 100% Employee Owned (ESOP) Comprehensive Suite of Products & Programs (Fannie, Freddie, DPA & Ginnie Direct) Loan Officer Assistants - Provided Speed and Support Top-Notch Technology, CRMs, Tools & Lead Generation Platforms Exceptional Marketing Programs, Resources & Support Fantastic Rates and Extensive Products Training Focus on Quality and Compliance Our Core Values define who we are and what we strive to accomplish every day Compensation & Benefits: -Base salary + Commission or Full Commission -Employee Stock Option Program -401K Traditional and Roth -Health Benefits -Dental Benefits -Vision Benefits -Life Insurance (plus other benefits short and long term, etc.) Desired Skills and Experience: Qualifications Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a licensed Mortgage Loan Officer. Existing MLO License in good standing. Responsibilities Take complete loan application Structure loans by researching guidelines and using resources available Complete income analyses from tax returns, pay stubs, and W2s, understand how to read asset statements, catch red flags, run AUS, etc. Meet with clients and present options, including a detailed review of estimate(s) Price and lock interest rates Communicate directly with borrowers and referral partners Attend marketing events, open houses, meet and greets Make daily inside sales calls to database, pipeline, and leads